Creamy Lemon Garlic Chicken
Recipe: https://recipestripper.com/recipes/6c8399dd-7502-475c-9fda-6a73d99c2e4d
Original source: https://whatsmomcookin.com/creamy-lemon-garlic-chicken/
Recipe image: https://whatsmomcookin.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/IMG_2960.jpg

Tender golden chicken breasts simmered in a rich, creamy lemon garlic Parmesan sauce and served over mashed potatoes for an easy restaurant-quality comfort meal at home.
Yield: 4
Prep time: PT5M
Cook time: PT25M

Ingredients
- 4-6 Thin Cut Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts or Thighs
- Lemon Pepper Seasoning
- Garlic Powder
- Onion Powder
- Smoked Paprika
- 1 tbsp Avocado Oil (or any neutral oil)
- 5 tbsp Salted Butter (divided)
- 7-8 Garlic Cloves, minced
- 1/4 Cup All Purpose Flour
- 2 Cups Chicken Broth
- 1 Cup Heavy Cream
- 1/4 Cup Freshly Grated Parmesan (plus more for serving)
- Juice of 1 Lemon
- 1 Lemon, sliced
- 1-2 tsp Chopped Fresh Parsley (for garnish)

Instructions
1. Season the chicken breasts generously with lemon pepper seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, and smoked paprika. I don't measure, you just want to make sure the chicken is well coated
2. Heat avocado oil and 1 tablespoon butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
3. Cook the chicken for 3–4 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
4. Add the remaining butter and minced garlic to the skillet. Cook for 1–2 minutes until fragrant.
5. Stir in the flour along with about ¼ teaspoon each of the same seasonings used on the chicken. Cook for about 3 minutes while stirring continuously.
6. Slowly whisk in the chicken broth until smooth, then stir in the heavy cream.
7. Simmer the sauce for several minutes until thickened. Stir in the Parmesan cheese and fresh lemon juice.
8. Return the chicken to the skillet. Add lemon slices on top of each piece of chicken.
9. Cover and cook on low for about 10 minutes, or until the chicken reaches 165°F / 74°C internally.
10. Garnish with fresh parsley.